Karviná District

Karviná District is an administrative division in the Moravian-Silesian Region with flat terrain and several towns, Havířov being the largest. The area contains multiple municipalities and villages connected by roads and local transportation links.

The area transformed dramatically in the late 1700s when coal deposits were discovered and mining became the main economic activity. This industrial shift shaped the towns and infrastructure that still stand today.

The area shows mixed Czech and Polish influences through its communities and local traditions, particularly noticeable in towns near the border. You can see this cultural mix in everyday life, local shops, and community events.

Major motorways like the D1 and D48 connect the district well to neighboring regions and the border, making travel by car straightforward. Individual towns have their own local services and centers, so exploring specific places is easy to navigate.

The Chotěbuz-Podobora Archeopark displays the long history of the area through reconstructed settlements from prehistoric times onward. The park gives visitors a direct look at how people lived in earlier periods across the region.

Location: Moravian-Silesian Region

Capital city: Karviná

Shares border with: Ostrava-City District, Opava District, Frýdek-Místek District, Cieszyn County

GPS coordinates: 49.85417,18.54278

Latest update: December 10, 2025 15:58